Volvo S90 2015 vs BMW 5 series 2016
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 249 HP | 252 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 350 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.8 seconds | 6.2 seconds | |
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BMW 5 series is a more dynamic driving. Volvo S90 engine produces 3 HP less power than BMW 5 series, the torque is the same for both cars. Due to the lower power, Volvo S90 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.6 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.5 | 5.9 | |
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The BMW 5 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Volvo S90 consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volvo S90 could require 90 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 68 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 840 km in combined cycle | 1150 km in combined cycle | |
| 1030 km on highway | 1300 km on highway | ||
| BMW 5 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Volvo S90) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (BMW 5 series) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 152 mm (6 inches) | 144 mm (5.7 inches) | |
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 390'000 km | 320'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Volvo S90 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 10 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 7 other car models, including Volvo S60, Volvo XC90, Volvo XC60, Volvo V60 | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including BMW 3 sērija, BMW 1 sērija, BMW X3, BMW 4 sērija | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Volvo S90 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
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Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.96 m | 4.94 m | |
| Width: | 1.88 m | 1.87 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.48 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Volvo S90 is 3 cm longer than the BMW 5 series, 1 cm wider, while the height of Volvo S90 is 4 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | 530 litres | |
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BMW 5 series has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Volvo S90 has 30 litres less trunk space than the BMW 5 series. This could mean that the Volvo S90 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 12.05 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volvo S90 is 0.65 metres less than that of the BMW 5 series, which means Volvo S90 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`230 | 2`200 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Volvo S90 scores higher in safety tests, but BMW 5 series is better rated in child safety tests. The Volvo S90 scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | low | |
| Average price (€): | 21 400 | 29 600 | |
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